The first words delivered by the new Secretary of State on his first day on the job.

The underreported story of a border patrol agent killed in the line of duty.

The backstory to a viral moment of the week: the Reverend who confronted President Trump from the pulpit. What was really said?

Curious your thoughts: hello@smartHERNews.com Send a voice note and get a chance to be featured!

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President Trump, like all presidents before him, has the power of the pen but not a magic wand.

We take a a closer look at two of President Trump’s first moves in office: issuing pardons and executive orders – and both the extraordinary reach and extraordinary limitations of a president’s power (in less than 10 minutes!)

Key Takeaways:

• Presidential power is often perceived differently than it is in reality.
• The power of forgiveness is a significant aspect of presidential authority.
• Clemency can take the form of pardons or commutations, each with different implications.
• Pardons restore civil rights but do not erase criminal records.
• Critics argue that executive actions can overstep presidential authority.

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An interview from our holiday vault! Be charmed by now 93-year-old Mrs. Koch - the "Chief Elf" of one Santa Claus, Indiana.

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Have you heard of Santa Claus, Indiana?

Founded in 1856, this town serves as one of the main destinations for "Dear Santa" letters from all over the world.

And this happened, in many ways, because one family took the reins (no reindeer jokes ... yet).

Meet 92-year-old Mrs. Koch (pronounced "Cook"). She holds many titles – including Santa's daughter, Chief Elf, and founder of the Santa Claus Museum – preserving the stories of the past that she now shares with us, including:

• How Santa Claus, IN got its name
• How a WW1 veteran became Santa's best helper
• How the team receives and responds to tens of thousands of letters mailed from around the world.

A perfect news break for anyone who needs a little Christmas spirit – or has some to spare! We hope this interview leaves you with one thought this season ... "Believe!"
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✓ 2:00: The Manhattan Murder Mystery: Why is a McDonald’s in Pennsylvania making national news? 

✓ 7:00: We shift to an important international story. The fall of a 50-year regime in Syria. 

✓ 9:00: Why Syria’s geographic position matters.  

✓ 12:00: War Correspondent Hollie McKay joins us to discuss her previous experiences in Syria. 

✓ 14:00: Hollie’s take on this important interntional story. 

✓ 18:00: What we need to know about the rebel groups in Syria.  

✓ 22:00: What's happening in Syria, and why are U.S. troops there? 

✓ 27:00: A clip from “Face the Nation” ... what is HTS and who is its leader? 

✓ 36:00: Your questions ... answered. 

✓ 38:00: Hollie sheds light on what the news landscape of this story looks like abroad.  

✓ 44:00: Where is Austin Tice? We hear from the mother of a journalist assumed to be imprisoned in Syria.

✓ 48:00: The Manhattan Murder Mystery: Has there been a break in the case?

✓ 55:00: Pres-Elect Trump sat down for his first interview since winning the election. Jenna intentionally reports on a few important soundbites.  

✓ 1:13:00: The Manhattan Murder Mystery: The NYPD Police Commissioner goes on the record. 

SHOW NOTES 

“Developing: Upheaval in Syria” (SmartHER News)

Dispatches with Hollie McKay 

Pres. Elect Trump's Full Interview on "Meet the Press" (NBC News)

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Does the rule of law work in America?

Two stories this week highlight this question in unique ways: the pardon of the President's son, Hunter Biden & the murder of the UnitedHealthcare CEO. 

We take a closer at this developing criminal investigation: the healthcare industry & the clues of the crime itself. 

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Plus ~ "Brain Rot" 

✓ 2:00: Did Thoreau foreshadow doom-scrolling? 

✓ 6:00: ‘tis the season for presidential pardons.  

✓ 7:00: A PSA on these “historic” times.  

✓ 9:00: An underreported detail when it comes to Pres. Biden’s son Hunter legal troubles.  

✓ 12:00: The cases. And a couple caveats.  

✓ 15:00: Let’s dig into pardons.  

✓ 23:00: “A full and unconditional pardon” and why that language matters.  

✓ 29:00: Can a president pardon themselves? And what Jenna’s curious about.  

✓ 31:00: #ICYMI ... We shift gears to the cases against Pres. Elect Trump. 

✓ 35:00: Pres. Trump’s clemency record compared to other modern Presidents, including Pres. Biden.  

✓ 36:00: Jenna takes questions from the LIVE audience. 

✓ 41:00: Barbara asks about breaking news interruptions, and Jenna provides some professional insight based on her experience.  

✓ 48:00: What the networks might be thinking.  

✓ 52:00: Why does the president have the power to pardon? 

✓ 54:00: Jenna reflects on the Hunter Biden laptop story.  

✓ 58:00: We leave you with one pardon from 50 years ago that got a lot of news.  

SHOW NOTES 

“Statement from President Joe Biden” 

“President Biden Pardons Son Hunter” (SmartHER News) 

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Inspired by the those who turned to us post-election and shared that relationships have become frayed or severed by the current political environment.

So we decided to present a possible solution ... just in time for Thanksgiving: We called a family meeting.

In the first annual SmartHER News Family Meeting, we address the tough topics head on - taking your questions on president-elect Trump and crime, abortion, gay marriage and beyond - carefully dissecting the issues at play so you can see the news clearly. 

We report about what to know, why it matters and share some needed insight about the different angles to these hot-button issues.

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✓ 2:00: Why a Family Meeting? 

✓ 3:00: A solution in news. 

✓ 6:00: A quick disclaimer – tough topics for young ears.  

✓ 8:00: Breaking news re: Pres-Elect Trump’s Cabinet and insight into our editorial choices at SmartHER News.  

✓ 14:00: Navigating the nuances of family dynamics and political conversations.  

✓ 23:00: Context on Pres-Elect Trump and sexual assault allegations.  

✓ 30:00: Is Pres-Elect Trump a felon? For now yes, but ...  

✓ 37:00: Abortion and Women’s Healthcare: Executive Action, Supreme Court Decisions, States’ Rights, Miscarriages and Gestational Care.  

✓ 1:06:00: What is the Comstock Act; why are we talking about it now? 

✓ 1:15:00: Constituional Rights. Your concerns regarding changes to Marriage Equality and Gay Marriage. 

✓ 1:30:00: Checks and balances. 

✓ 1:31:00: The gift of historical context, marking an important anniversary this week. 

SHOW NOTES 

“Why Infant Deaths and Abortions Are Both Rising After Roe’s Reversal” (Bloomberg) 

“Gettysburg Address” (SmartHER News) 

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The news you need to know for the week ahead:

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✓ 1:00: What we're watching: G20 sideline convos and Congressional Hearings.  

✓ 5:00: #ICYMI Aliens. 

✓ 11:00: UAP = Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena. 

✓ 12:00: Looking ahead ... funding the federal government.  

✓ 13:00: Pres-Elect Trump’s team and why we’re not covering it, yet.  

✓ 15:00: Three things to keep in mind about Cabinet Nominees ... and how big is the Federal government?

✓ 21:00: Context on the Senate confirmation process.

✓ 24:00: China. Meetings at the G20 and a possible diplomatic role in the Russia-Ukraine War. 

✓ 27:00: Developing story ... the Russia-Ukraine War. 

✓ 31:00: What's happening with mortgage rates? 

✓ 35:00: Who is the next star player in the Democratic Party? The Republican Party? 

✓ 39:00: Pres. Elect Trump’s “Hush Money Trial” in NY. And quick updates on his other cases.

✓ 42:00: The heartfelt story behind a historic watch ... and why we're talking about it now. 

✓ 49:00: Save the Date for our first Family Meeting! 

SHOW NOTES 

“Tracking Trump’s Cabinet and Staff Nominations” (New York Times) 

“Are Mortgage Rates Going Down Since The Fed Lowered Rates? Addressing Client Misconceptions” (Forbes) 

"History-making Sale of Watch Given to ‘Titanic Hero’” (SmartHER News) 

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Heterodoxy becomes the word of the moment! We break down what it means and why it matters.

Here's the SCOOP on this week's news: 

✓ 2:00: Veterans Day.  

✓ 5:00: The history of the holiday ... and honoring something bigger.  

✓ 10:00: Election Results takeaways.  

✓ 11:00: Are the exit polls correct, and do they reflect America overall? 

✓ 12:00: Republican momentum.  

✓ 14:00: We do not have certified results.  

✓ 15:00: Context re: number of voters in 2020 vs. 2024.  

✓ 16:00: The double dis-likers.  

✓ 18:00: Who will lead in Congress? 

✓ 19:00: Who will join Pres-Elect Trump’s team? Names we know thus far ... Susie Wiles, Rep. Stefanik, and Tom Homan.  

✓ 24:00: A soundbite from Tom Homan, Pres-Elect Trump’s newly appointed “border czar.”  

✓ 27:00: You ask, “Why are we using the term ‘czar’?” 

✓ 29:00: We shift our focus overseas.

✓ 30:00: What's happening in Israel? 

✓ 32:00: What’s happening in Qatar (and Hamas)? 

✓ 33:00: What’s happening in Ukraine (and Russia)?  

✓ 36:00: The outstanding criminal cases against Pres-Elect Trump ... a look at a few hypotheticals.  

✓ 45:00: The latest on the search for Amelia Earhart’s plane. 

SHOW NOTES 

An Adventurer Thought He Found Amelia Earhart’s Plane. Now He Says It Was a Rock. (The Wall Street Journal) 

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A fun, free-flowing conversation wtih writer, podcaster, and political commentator Mary Katharine Ham on what Democrats and Republicans can learn from the election of 2024. Will the result of this election shake the political foundation of either party?

Plus, your questions and thoughts on the media's role in the current state of affairs.

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A look at the results, the illusive politicial process and (traditional) next steps. 

Plus: Early indications and pontifications on what motivated voters.

Quick Reminder: We have selected a new set of "employees" in this election cycle. What is your dream for America? 

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More ...

As the "lede" in America's story, how will you write this next chapter?

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✓ 1:00: Defining the media landscape. 

✓ 3:00: The next chapter in America’s story.  

✓ 5:00: What do you think happened last night, and what is the media missing? 

✓ 7:00: The results.  

✓ 13:00: In some states, a recount can happen if a candidate requests it.  

✓ 14:00: Election night indications and when we might hear from VP Harris' campaign.

✓ 20:00: The Senate and the House.  

✓ 23:00: You, the nonpartisan news community. 

✓ 25:00: Leaving room for the unexpected.  

✓ 26:00: Themes ... recession, revenge, retribution and recalibration.  

✓ 38:00: Why the way the media talks about voters doesn’t feel good.  

✓ 41:00: The American culture. The Media elite. And lessons we might learn from Election Night.  

✓ 45:00: Discipline cuts both ways ... an excerpt from Jenna’s essay to our SCOOP Insiders. 

✓ 49:00: A soundbite from Pres.-Elect Trump’s acceptance speech.  

✓ 51:00: Breaking news regarding VP Harris.  

✓ 53:00: What happens next with the cases vs. Pres.-Elect Trump? 

✓ 58:00: Your final questions.  

✓ 1:07:00: What are your thoughts on the comments from Charlemagne? 

✓ 1:10:00: Finish this sentence: "My dream for America is ..."  

SHOW NOTES 

Scott Jennings: Trump Victory An Indictment Of The Political Information Complex, The Stories Portrayed By Media Were Not True (RealClearPolitics)
 
Here’s why growing numbers of U.S. Hispanics voted for Trump, and helped him win | Opinion (Miami-Herald) 

Thoughts, Ruminations, & Reflections: Before The Election of 2024 (by Jenna Lee, SmartHER News) 

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The president did not take the oath of office while drunk ... nor did he deliver a 2-hour speech resisting a coat ... or end the day trying to keep "enthusiastic" supporters from standing on furniture at the White House - that just happened at OTHER inaugurations! A SmartHER take on the historic inauguration of President Trump: What to know and why it matters.

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Former Pres. Trump wins North Carolina while questions remain about the picture emerging from Election Day. A quick summary of the major themes surfacing so far and what to watch for next! Plus ~ What George Washington wrote to his nephew that caught our attention (and a warning from John Adams).

Our SmartHER 8 p.m. central broadcast on Election Night 2024.

We set the table for the night ahead as polls close and results roll in: What to watch. Why it matters. And an easy way to understand, explain and remember the Electoral College.

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✓ 0:00: Intro.  

✓ 2:00: What does “down ballot” mean? 

✓ 4:00: Friday’s Jobs Report.  

✓ 7:00: How many times did the word “election” come up in Earnings calls? 

✓ 10:00: What happens if there is an Electoral tie? 

✓ 13:00: We surveyed the SmartHER News community, asking “Who are you voting for ... and why?” Jenna's 3 Takeaways.  

✓ 20:00: Paths to victory.  

✓ 23:00: Tonya asks about Early Voting trends.  

✓ 29:00: Kate asks about how the Electoral College works.  

✓ 36:00: Katherine and Aubrey ask about Election Fraud and Election Integrity.  

✓ 40:00: Election Fraud. 

✓ 43:00: Election Integrity. 

✓ 48:00: We could get results Election Night.  

✓ 49:00: Gina and Sarah bring up third-party candidates.  

✓ 53:00: Steph asks about presidential power, specifically tariffs.  

✓ 57:00: A race to do math on Election Night.  

✓ 58:00: Amy asks about Pres. Biden and the erasing of student loan debt.  

✓ 1:01:00: What does “margin of error mean” when it comes to polling? 
 
✓ 1:02:00: Patty asks a question about military ballots. 

✓ 1:03:00: Some final thoughts from Jenna on "balance."

SHOW NOTES 

October Jobs Report Impacted By Hurricanes; Labor Strike (SmartHER News) 

“Companies brace for Tuesday: Mentions of election surge on earnings conference calls” (CNBC)

Election 2024: What To Know & What To Watch (SmartHER News Interview with Tom Bevans of RealClearPolitics)  

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Have we booked a ticket to “Crazytown”???

Is it one-way??  Is it round-trip??

Let's hope for the latter as we count down the minutes til Election Day. 

We’re pulling back the curtain on the media’s role in calling races, the real process of election results, and how editorial choices get made—even in the face of a headline like “Baby-Biting President.”

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 Welcome to Mini Scoop
00:04 Entering Crazytown: One-Way Ticket?
00:36 The Strange Editorial Calls of Election Season
01:35 Searching for Sweet News Amidst Chaos
02:10 The Halloween Party Headline Twist
03:39 A No-Win Situation: Editorial Decisions
04:05 How the Election Results are Called
04:59 When Will We Know the Election Results?
05:25 Why Results Are Never Final on Election Day
07:29 Media’s Role in Projecting Election Winners
08:44 My Election Night Experience at Fox News
09:50 Behind the Scenes on Election Night Calls
12:02 Watching AP for Trusted Results on Election Night
13:03 Preparing for Delayed Election Results
14:03 Observing a Return to Key Election Issues
15:08 Reflecting on Polls and Election Drivers
15:45 Wrap-Up: Riding the Election Season Together

What to know. 
What to watch. 
How it works.
Plus ~ the "paths to victory" for both candidates on voting day 2024.

All you need to know in one conversation with the co-founder of Real Clear Politics, Tom Bevan. Hear the backstory to the industry leading Real Clear Politics Polling Average and what to watch for (and why it matters) on election night.

Thank you for your support of nonpartisan, independent SmartHER News

Show Notes:

Realclearpolitics.com

General Presidential Election: Real Clear Politics Polling Average

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✓ 3:00: A Capitol Hill Ghost Story. 

✓ 8:00: An Important Halloween Head’s Up. 
 
✓ 10:00: 3 Foreign Policy Stories to Know... first up, Israel and Iran.  

✓ 12:00: Russia and Ukraine. And why North Korea has entered the conversation. 

✓ 14:00: Islamic terrorist groups in Africa.  

✓ 16:00: We switch gears to domestic politics. 
 
✓ 18:00: Swing states, strategic media and more.  

✓ 20:00: Former Pres. Trump appears on Joe Rogan’s podcast. 

✓ 26:00: We listen to the primary sources to dig deeper on a viral moment in this week’s news. 

✓ 33:00: How will mudslinging land with voters?  

✓ 37:00: Will VP Kamala Harris appear on Joe Rogan’s podcast? 

✓ 38:00: Some industry insight on strategic communication.  

✓ 42:00: RealClearPolitics and polling.  

✓ 43:00: We hear from RealClear Politics’ founder, Tom Bevan on the one story the media is missing.

✓ 46:00: Presidential endorsements by major newspapers.  

✓ 51:00: The trend.  
 
✓ 53:00: A statement from the publisher of The Washington Post.  

✓ 56:00: We hear from Robert Kagan, who just resigned from The Washington Post's editorial board.

✓ 1:00:00: Why a free press matters.  

SHOW NOTES 
 
“The Speaker’s Lobby: Ghosts of the Republic” (Fox News) 
 
“Israel Attacks Iranian Military Targets” (SmartHER News) 
 
“Sec. Defense: ‘There is evidence there are DPRK troops in Russia.’” (SmartHER News) 

RealClearPolitics 

2020 General Election Editorial Endorsements by Major Newspapers (UC Santa Barbara's The American Presidency Project)

 
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Two reports on former Pres. Trump dominate the airwaves - Should they? What to consider in the march to election day.

Plus the news you need to know for this week: "cuddle caps" (a hug limit at airports ruffles some lovers), notable trends in home sales and at the U.S. border, plus: $800 million+ in military aid promised to Ukraine (with a $50 billion loan).

Curious your thoughts on this report - email us: scoop@smartHERNews.com.

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Chapters
00:00 The Cuddle Cap Controversy
03:09 Housing Market Woes
05:58 Border Encounters Decline
08:49 Military Aid to Ukraine
12:03 Media's Role in Political Narratives

✓ 2:00 A remarkable discovery went for 9 million dollars at auction ... a special reminder of the American story and our political process. 

✓ 9:00: What to know about polls. 

✓ 10:00: A heads up about the timing of election results. 

✓ 12:00: Fear as a campaign strategy ... on both sides. 
 
✓ 13:00: We hear from Democratic Political Strategist, David Plouffe. 
 
✓ 16:00: We hear from a Senior Campaign Advisor for fmr. Pres. Trump, Jason Miller. 
 
✓ 19:00: Of note, a media blitz. 
 
✓ 21:00: What is so special about a sit-down interview?
 
✓ 25:00: Two soundbites from the 60 Minutes Interview with VP Kamala Harris.
 
✓ 36:00: Behind the scenes insight on editorial choices. 
 
✓ 40:00: A viral moment from Fox News' live-to-tape interview between Brett Baier and VP Kamala Harris. 

✓ 43:00: Baier, the interviewer, responds with what he would have done differently. 

✓ 48:00: Some insight on interviews and timing. 

✓ 50:00: Considering the social media variable. 

✓ 51:00: A PSA about this time in the election. 

✓ 54:00: The moment veteran and Corporate Security Executive, Paul Whelan, who was recently released from a Russian prison, felt free. 

✓ 57:00: We bring it full circle ... Jenna explains her editorial decision producing this clip for you. 

SHOW NOTES 
 
60 Minutes' Statement

Kamala Harris makes the case in 60 Minutes interview for why she should be president

Watch Face The Nation Season 2024 Episode 40: 10/6: Face the Nation - Full show on CBS

Bret Baier reveals Trump was offered same interview style as Kamala Harris on ‘Special Report’ | Fox News Video

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Five years ago, Justin James and his wife Amanda opened a shoe factory outside of Asheville, North Carolina - a realization of Justin's life-long dream to design and manufacture the "best sneaker made in America.”   

In fact, their company, "Opie Way," was having its best year to-date ... until Hurricane Helene.
 
With raw candor, Justin walks us through the early days of entrepreneurship and the recent devastation brought by Helene that has tested not only his professional fortitude but his personal faith.  

This unique story of hope and grit highlights one man’s tenacity, the strength of North Carolina’s unique business culture and community, and the undeniable resilience of the American spirit - a conversation truly made to connect 'sole' to soul. 

IMPORTANT LINKS:

A GoFundMe set up for Justin’s family 

https://www.gofundme.com/f/rebuild-opie-way-aid-justin-james-family-business?attribution_id=sl%3Aa5fa0e71-e86e-45bd-a46f-98df8de0446a 

The raffle Justin mentions of “Made in America” companies rallying to support Opie Way. 

https://gofastcampers.com/pages/opie-way-sweepstakes 

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If you could create a federal holiday ... what would it be and when would it be? 

And what we learned from the maker of Fruit Loops about the company's ingredients here at home and abroad.

✓ 0:00 Some quick context on the history of federal holidays.

✓ 4:00 SpaceX’s Starship Rocket.  

✓ 7:00 Space innovation and national security.  

✓ 11:00 The recent arrest of an Afghan national for an alleged Election Day terror plot. 

✓ 18:00 Battleground states and the Electoral College. 
 
✓ 23:00 A new major meat recall by BrucePac affects many brands and many retailers.  
 
✓ 27:00 Food safety and healthy eating in America.  
 
✓ 29:00 We hear from Food Safety advocate,Vani Hari about food additives and Kellogg’s.   
 
✓ 35:00 Kellogg’s response to SmartHER News.
 
✓ 41:00 California sets a trend on Red No. 3.
 
✓ 46:00 A heads up (quite literally): this week’s Supermoon to be the biggest and brightest of the year.  *A Hunter's Moon - not a Harvest moon (which is in September! My bad!)
 

SHOW NOTES 
 
FAA clears SpaceX to resume Falcon 9 rocket launches (Space.com) 
 
SpaceX with Historic First Returns Rocket to Launch Pad (SmartHER News) 
 
FBI Makes Arrests in Alleged Election Day Terror Plot (SmartHER News) 
 
2024 Presidential Election Interactive Map  
 
As Harris Visits Detroit, Some Democrats See Ground To Be Made Up (The New York Times) 
 
Major Meat Recall Impacts Products At Target, Walmart, Aldi, & More (SmartHER News) 
 
FD&C Red No. 3 (FDA) 

 
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And where is RFK Jr.???

Jenna discusses the upcoming cabinet positions, focusing on the nominees for Attorney General and the head of the CIA.

Takeaways:

• The cabinet can have varying numbers of members, not fixed by the Constitution.
• There are no specific qualifications required for cabinet members.
• The post office was once a cabinet-level department until the 1970s.

Chapters:

00:00 Quick Intro: Did you know this about the President's cabinet?

02:00 Contentious Hearings: Attorney General Nominee

05:04 The Role of the CIA and National Security

07:06 Write a letter this weekend! An ode to a former cabinet member ... 

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How we name, measure and manage hurricanes.

Plus, a touching message from a sheriff in a hard-hit community inspires us to find meaning even in the darkest moments.

Join us as we explore the stories behind the storms and discuss the real-world impact of FEMA funding.

Stay curious and informed as we navigate through these turbulent times together!

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Chapters:
00:00 The Impact of Recent Storms
01:26 Understanding Storm Naming and History
04:11 Measuring Storms: The Saffir-Simpson Scale
06:55 Disaster Management and FEMA's Role
10:15 Funding Disaster Relief: Where Does the Money Go?
13:30 Resilience in the Face of Adversity

✓ 2:00: Hurricane Milton. 

✓ 5:00: We hear context on the storm from Dr. Brennan of the National Hurricane Center.  
 
✓ 9:00: Hurricane Helene.  
 
✓ 12:00: The effects of temporary spending bills, plus congressional spending. And a reminder that the entire House is up for re-election.  
 
✓ 17:00: The term “October Surprise.” 
 
✓ 22:00: A lot of activity on the campaign trail.  
 
✓ 25:00: Marking this moment in time ... one year since the October 7th Terrorist Attacks in Israel.  
 
✓ 27:00: The Nova Exhibition.  

✓ 32:00: We see an excerpt from a recent CBS Interview, where a journalist interviews archivists in both Israel and Gaza.  

✓ 36:00: Context on the conflict in the Middle East.  

✓ 40:00: U.S. Foreign aid spent in the region.  

✓ 43:00: The challenges of reporting this story.  
 
✓ 45:00: Breaking news on Hurricane Milton: Category 5 definition.
 
✓ 47:00: We hear from a member of the SmartHER News community about her experience during Hurricane Helene ... listen to Anny's story of hope.  

SHOW NOTES 
 

National Hurricane Center - Atlantic on X  
National Hurricane Center on YouTube  
Nova Exhibition  
“Preserving the stories of the Irsael-Gaza conflict through art” (CBS News) 
The Institute for National Security Studies (Tel Aviv University) – All-Fronts 
The Institute for National Security Studies (Tel Aviv University) – War Data 

 
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Wait.

FINLAND? 

Why did both Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) and Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) agree that we should look at Finland as an example for gun laws and school safety?

We take a look at what we should know about Finland, it's gun laws and beyond.

Plus, Jenna shares the backstory on a reporting trip overseas where she explored how one of America's allies approaches this heated topic.

We hope you enjoy our miniSCOOP!

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Chapters:

00:00 The Vice Presidential Debate: A Moment of Humanity

02:52 Understanding Finland: A Case Study in Gun Laws

06:12 Cultural Context: Family, Community, and Happiness in Finland

08:59 Gun Ownership and Licensing in Finland

11:47 Comparative Analysis: School Security in Finland and Israel

15:07 Lessons Learned: Gun Laws and School Safety

A few key takeaways from the one and only 2024 vice presidential debate between Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) & Senator JD Vance (R-Ohio). Did the American political system AND both tickets score points? Curious about your thoughts!

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The risk of a major port strike in the next 24 hours could impact more than bananas ... but that's just one item potentially impacted! Here’s the SCOOP ... your cheat sheet for the week ahead.  

✓ 2:00: Hurricane Helene.  

✓ 3:00: NASCAR driver Greg Biffle’s unique contribution to hurricane relief efforts.  

✓ 8:00: A major East Coast Port Strike on the horizon.  
 
✓ 12:00: Sectors impacted: big box retailers, furniture, bananas, asparagus and more.  "According to the American Farm Bureau, 1.2 million metric tons of bananas go through the ports that could be on strike next week, representing about one quarter of the nation’s bananas." (CNN)
 
✓ 15:00: How could the White House get involved? The Taft-Hartley Act.  
 
✓ 17:00: This week's vice-presidential debate and the prominence of the VP’s role.  
 
✓ 20:00: We shift to foreign affairs.  
 
✓ 21:00: High-profile targeting of leader of Hezbollah, a designated terrorist organization.  
 
✓ 22:00: We hear from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his speech at last week’s United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).  
 
✓ 26:00: We hear from the new Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian during his speech at UNGA. 
 
✓ 30:00: Lastly, we hear from Ret. Lt. Gen. HR McMaster, a former White House National Security Advisor.  

✓ 36:00: 175 attacks on U.S. forces in the Middle East during the last year.  

✓ 39:00: The first musician represented in the U.S. Capitol at Statuary Hall.  

SHOW NOTES: 

A Dockworkers Walkout Would Close Ports From Maine to Texas and Slam the U.S. Economy (The Wall Street Journal) 

The Taft-Hartley Act 

Johnny Cash Statue Now in Capitol Hill (SmartHER News)  

 
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Your "mini scoop" includes a quick note about hurricane coverage - and an important, life-saving reminder for you and your family.

Plus, the surprising and fascinating backstory about how the Republican Party became "red" and the Democrats became "blue" - This truly shocked me! 

Also: A poll you may finally enjoy: When is a cookie, "just a cookie"? The famous cookie poll from a family-owned bakery that may just predict the winner of 2024

https://www.lochelsbakery.com/

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Hurricane Categories: More HERE

"When Republicans Were Blue and Democrats Were Red" (Smithsonian) https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/when-republicans-were-blue-and-democrats-were-red-104176297/

Republicans are red and Democrats blue. But it wasn’t always that way (CNN)  https://www.cnn.com/style/why-republicans-red-democrats-blue/index.html

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✓ 6:00: Two additional license plates. Six cellphones. And 12 pairs of gloves. What else did we learn from law enforcement about what the second would-be assassin of former Pres. Trump packed for his mission?

✓ 13:00: Security related to two big news stories: UN General Assembly (UNGA) and the Congressional spending bill.  
 
✓ 16:00: Your tax dollars at work at the United Nations.
 
✓ 18:00: The spending bill up for vote in Congress.  

✓ 21:00: What U.S. Customs and Border Protection says about latest border numbers and a differing perspective. 

✓ 34:00: Re: immigration ... do voters need to hear the “how”? 

✓ 35:00: More context on asylum.  

✓ 39:00: Takeaways from Oprah’s interview with VP Kamala Harris.

✓ 42:00: The female voter ... and an important caveat about polls.  

✓ 45:00: P-Diddy’s case and the jail at the center of the story.  

✓ 52:00: A reminder from Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) regarding the final weeks before the election.

SHOW NOTES 
 
Congress Reaches Deal to Avoid Shut Down  (SmartHER News) 

New Border Numbers Continue to Show Decline (SmartHER News)  

Oprah’s Interview with VP Kamala Harris  
 
Is this the law? The Mann Act of 1910 

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And why this might be THE question of the 2024 election.

Plus ~ one thing that's missing from this week's story about exploding pagers in Lebanon that every American should know.

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Show Notes:

Meet the ‘double haters’ who could decide the election

More background on Teamsters: READ MORE

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Here’s the SCOOP ... your cheat sheet for the week ahead.  🙌🏼
 
Small bites of high-quality information on newsworthy topics. 

✓ 2:00: The money spent on the undecided voter.  

✓ 4:00: Insight on laughter.  

✓ 5:00: The big news of the day - “An apparent assassination attempt of former President Trump”  
 
✓ 8:00: Why “apparent”?  

✓ 11:00: What we're watching for next.  
 
✓ 12:00: A soundbite from law enforcement.  
 
✓ 19:00: What to watch: A decision expected by the Federal Reserve on borrowing rates this week.
 
✓ 21:00: A clip from the recent presidential debate regarding the economy.  

✓ 28:00: Context from the Goldman Sachs CEO: “Did the debt come up once?”  
 
✓ 30:00: What is going on in Springfield, OH? 
 
✓ 34:00: A quick tutorial on how to dig into the border numbers.   
 
✓ 39:00: Two international stories to have on your radar.  
 
✓ 45:00: Going with the flow ... in space. 

SHOW NOTES 
 
Fmr. Pres. Trump Unharmed After Second Apparent Assassination Attempt (SmartHER News) 
 
The 2024 Harris Campaign Policy Proposals: Budgetary, Economic and Distributional Effects (Wharton School of Business)
 

U.S. Debt Clock  

DEBATE DEBRIEF: The Timing of It All ...  And What About “this eating pets thing?” (SmartHER News) 
 
Nationwide Border Encounters (Customs and Border Patrol)  
 
Germany Sends Warships through Taiwan Strait for the First Time in 20 Years (SmartHER News) 
 
Venezuela Arrests 6 in Alleged Assassination Plot of Pres. Maduro (SmartHER News) 
 
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We address the timing and format of the first and perhaps only debate between Vice President Harris and former President Trump in the election of 2024.

Plus ~ Tonya asks, "... about this eating pets thing". We take a closer look at one of the most viral moments of the debate and uncover the broader story in Springfield, Ohio. 

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The unexpectedly funny, and surprisingly bipartisan hearing of Sec. of State nominee, Senator Marco Rubio..

Takeaways

• A key focus on China.
• The Arctic become an increasingly important area of discussion.
• Personal stories in politics.
• The stakes of war and peace vs. viral moments.

Chapters

00:00 The Importance of the Secretary of State

02:26 Key Takeaways from the Hearing

05:06 Insights on Global Engagement and Leadership

07:00: Greenland or bust?

Here’s the SCOOP ... your cheat sheet for the week ahead!

✓ 6:00: A remarkable find discovered in a North Carolina filing cabinet may fetch millions at auction.  

✓ 10:00: We shift to politics and the presidential debate.  
 
✓ 13:00: To mute or not to mute? 

✓ 16:00: A SmartHER take on debates and a fun fact about the first televised presidential debate did not include … presidential candidates.
 
✓ 17:00: Congresswoman Cheney (R-WY) explains her endorsement for VP Kamala Harris and Gov. Huckabee Sanders (R-AR) responds.  
 
✓ 23:00: Do political and celebrity endorsements matter? 
 
✓ 25:00: “The data is a little bit funky ...” the SCOOP on Jobs Report revisions.  
 
✓ 29:00: We shift to school safety. Updates on last week’s school shooting in Georgia.  
 
✓ 31:00: Jenna addresses Barbara’s question about the precedent of charging a school shooter’s parents.  

✓ 35:00: Jenna addresses Mary’s question about ways citizens could create change to prevent such tragedies from happening in the future.  
 
✓ 40:00: What is ALERRT training and why does it matter? 
 
✓ 44:00: A poignant parenting tip from a father who lost his daughter in a school shooting.  
 
✓ 45:00: An uplifting update from the Royal Family.  
 

SHOW NOTES 
 
A rare copy of the US Constitution went missing for centuries. Now it’s being auctioned for millions (AP News) 
 
Man Charged with Planning ISIS Attack at NYC Jewish Center (SmartHER News) 

Jobs Report: “The Sky Is Not Falling” (SmartHER News) 
 
Father of Suspected High School Shooter Arrested (SmartHER News) 

Shooting at Georgia High School (SmartHER News)  
 
How to Stay Safe (ALERRT)  
 
ALERRT.org  
 
Princess Catherine Completes Chemotherapy Treatment 
 
 
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What to know about the first interview conducted with Vice President Harris as a presidential nominee - and why it matters.

Jenna highlights one big headline and two key takeaways from the conversation. Plus ~ she offers you something to consider about how both major parties are approaching the election season. Does the American public need less style and more substance this election year?

What did you think? Send us your thoughts and questions! hello@smartHERNews.com - send us a voice memo and we'll feature you in a future podcast.
 
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We speak to the Executive Director of Archaeology at the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, Jack Gary, who oversees the largest living history museum in the world at Williamsburg, Virginia. In the soil of a proposed construction project, Gary's team unearthed military barracks dating back to the first soldiers of the American Revolution. The new discovery provides an unique view into the everyday life of America's first soldiers - from their habits, to their fashions and beyond. When asked how working at the Virginia archeological site has impacted his perspective on America, Gary says the work has taught him "empathy" - and a deep appreciation "for where our country came from and all the different people who got us to where we are." As we get ready for another election season, we hope this interview does the same. Enjoy! 

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All the pre-Labor Day news you need to start your week!

✓ 2:00: Summoning fall.   

✓ 4:00:  The 170,000 combos of Starbucks.

✓ 6:00: The most dangerous animal on the planet.
 
✓ 7:00: On your radar: Mosquito-born illnesses.  

✓ 11:00: Democratic National Convention wrap-up.  

✓ 12:00: RFK Jr. suspends his campaign ~ BUT! Theres’s more.  
 
✓ 14:00: The “Unity Party” and a snippet from RFK Jr.’s speech.  
 
✓ 21:00: Something new to watch in this election cycle ... teamwork? 
 
✓ 24:00: What the Constitution says about federal elections. 

✓ 26:00: On the horizon in September. Politics edition.  
 
✓ 27:00: Context about the military service of both Vice Presidential nominees. 
 
✓ 36:00: A look overseas at various hotspots.  

✓ 39:00: We mark the third anniversary of the Afghanistan withdrawal and the homicide-bombing  that took so many lives, including the lives of American service members.  
 
✓ 43:00: The choice to serve our country.  
 
✓ 44:00: Thank you for supporting our mission.  

SHOW NOTES 
 
What’s Wrong with Starbucks? (The Wall Street Journal) 
 
About Eastern Equine Encephalitis Virus  
 
RFK Joins Forces with Trump Campaign on Unity Ticket (SmartHER News) 

Opinion  Why not run a team against Trump?
 
OPINION: Kamala Harris Should Pick a Team, Not Just a Vice President (Newsweek) 
 
Suspected Terrorist Attack in Germany; 3 Dead (SmartHER News) 
 
 
 
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What to Know & Why It Matters.

SmartHER News founder Jenna Lee breaks down the key takeaways from the speech delivered by Vice President Harris – the new presidential candidate for the Democratic Party. From deeply personal reflections to biting political critiques, VP Harris traversed a lot of ground in her approximately 40 minute address. We highlight a few of her key soundbites and why they matter. Plus what to consider and watch for in the weeks ahead.

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Plus ~ Is it Democrat or Democratic? You'll hear a lot of both this week – We explain!

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✓ 0:00: Rare super blue moon 

✓ 4:00: The Democratic National Convention 

✓ 6:00: On our radar around the world  
 
✓ 7:00: Ukraine on the offensive 

✓ 8:00: The Middle East, including ceasefire talks and expected protests at the DNC 

✓ 12:00: July 2024 Border Numbers show declines - with a caveat.
 
✓ 17:00: What’s in a name? “Chicago.” 
 
✓ 21:00: What does “blue wall” mean? 

✓ 23:00: An editorial quandry at SmartHER News ... heavy-hitting speakers at the DNC. 
 
✓ 27:00: Soundbites from two political operatives on two different sides of the political spectrum: David Axelrod and Kellyanne Conway.  
 
✓ 30:00: Is it Democrat or Democratic?

✓ 32:00: We revisit Elon Musk’s interview with fmr. President Trump. We share a quick snippet and explain why.   
 
✓ 34:00: Is hope the secret ingredient to a winning campaign? Send us your thoughts!  
 
 
SHOW NOTES 
 
Political Resources Jenna likes ... Ballotpedia and PolitiFact  
 
Rare Super Blue Moon Peaks Today (SmartHER News) 
 
July Border Numbers Released, Shows Decline in Encounters (SmartHER News) 
 
Pod Save America (language warning) 
 
Elon Musk’s interview with fmr. President Trump 
 
 
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Here’s the SCOOP ... your cheat sheet for the week ahead.  
 
Small bites of high-quality information on a smattering of important topics including the Olympics, medical discoveries, the economy, the Middle East, U.S naval strength, ISIS, Syria, the presidential election and an announcement from Microsoft.  
  
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✓ 1:00: The next generation and the Olympics.

✓ 4:00: Now you know ... Olympics edition. 

✓ 6:00: Jordan Chiles’ medal drama. 

✓ 11:00: Two new medical discoveries.  

✓ 16:00: The stock market.  

✓ 20:00: How do you define “recession”? 

✓ 21:00: Why inflation feels so stuck.

✓ 24:00: U.S. soldiers injured in Iraq.  

✓ 26:00: Submarines and U.S. Naval strength. 

✓ 28:00: Why we’re talking about ISIS and Syria. 

✓ 34:00: A scheduled presidential debate.  

✓ 37:00: On your radar: Microsoft’s announcement re: election interference.  

✓ 39:00: Staying media savvy.  

✓ 41:00: Thank you for your support.  
 
SHOW NOTES  
 
The 40-Day Social Media Fast by Wendy Speake 
 
FDA Approves First-Ever Nasal Spray for Severe Allergic Reactions (SmartHER News) 
 
NEW STUDY: Weight Loss Injections Could Reduce Obesity-Associated Cancers (SmartHER News) 
 
Five Detained in Connection with Iraq Airbase Attack Injuring U.S. Troops (SmartHER News) 
 
In Syria’s Hinterlands, the U.S. Wages a Hidden Campaign Against a Resurgent Islamic State (The Wall Street Journal) 
 
 
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2:00: How politics may factor into today’s top stories.  

4:00: The stock market.  

-3 for new time stamps if we cut internet outage/comeback.  

10:00: Why last Friday’s Jobs Report matters.  

13:00: Your economic health.  

14:00: How will the market close on Friday? 

15:00: Instability in the Middle East.  

16:00: High-ranking Hamas official killed in Iran.

18:00: The U.S. moves more military assets to the Middle East.  

20:00: Concern of war between nation states.

22:00: Plea deal for alleged mastermind of 9/11 terrorist attacks (and accomplices) agreed to, then revoked.  

23:00: International News Correspondent (and SmartHER News Guest Editor) Hollie McKay provides context on Guantanamo Bay (Gitmo) gathered from on-the-ground reporting.  

30:00: The taxpayer contributes 10 million dollars per detainee at Gitmo. Plus, the humanitarian effects of Gitmo. 

34:00: Hollie speaks to a unique connection with a former Gitmo detainee.   

42:00: Jenna’s editor’s note on the use of the word “terrorism” or “terrorist” in the media.  

53:00: A SmartHER tip from Barbara, a member of our SCOOP family.

1:00:00: A solution in news. 

Show Notes:  

More on how to connect with Hollie McKay

Bomb Smuggled Into Tehran Guesthouse Months Ago Killed Hamas Leader (The New York Times) 

Pres. Obama’s Attorney General on one proposal to release GITMO detainees: READ MORE 

 
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✓ 2:00: Drama on the Seine.

✓ 7:00: Jenna’s first ( ... and only) triathalon.  

✓ 9:00: The opening ceremony of the Olympics ignites controversy.  

✓ 10:00:  Who pays for the Olympics? We take a look at Tokyo for context.  

✓ 12:00: The athletes with no country aka “Individual Neutral Athletes”
 
✓ 15:00: Security at the Olympics, the latest on two war fronts.   

✓ 17:00: “the most significant change to US Forces Japan since its creation, and one of the strongest improvements in our military ties with Japan in 70 years,”

✓ 21:00: Pres. Biden’s Supreme Court reform.

✓ 24:00: What’s possible with Supreme Court reform and why now? 

✓ 27:00: What one expect this week from the Democrat’s virtual roll-call and when a potential VP could be chosen.  

✓ 32:00: Two Governors, one a Democrat and one Republican, on the state of the race.

✓ 41:00: Campaign strategy on both sides. And looking ahead, why Fmr. President Trump may not be a felon in the fall (or behind bars - yep, both are possible).

✓ 44:00: A historic hue ... the purple track at the Paris Olympics.  
 
✓ 46:00: We conclude with a few questions from you regarding campaign financing and the possibility of Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.

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Breaking news shared during our broadcast including new remarks from Vice President Harris, a new endorsement from fmr. House Speaker Pelosi (D-CA) and the Secret Service Director takes questions from Congress on the attempted assassination of fmr. Pres. Trump. 

✓ 1:00: The story of the moment: the 2024 presidential race is the ultimate developing story.  

✓ 3:00: Out of the mouths of babes.  

✓ 6:00: Removing politicians from this political story ... the American people and the primary process.  

✓ 7:00: The democratic party does not have a top of the ticket, and Pres. Biden’s endorsement of VP Kamala Harris does not make her the presumptive nominee.  
 
✓ 8:00: What makes this news historic? The timing. Reminder: Early voting starts after Labor Day.  
 
✓ 9:00: The Democratic National Party will meet mid-week. A virtual roll call could confirm a presumptive nominee before the Democratic National Convention.  

✓ 11:00: What happens to Pres. Biden's campaign money?  

✓ 13:00: Historic context: VP Harris’s run for president in 2020.  What went wrong? 

✓ 15:00: At an event celebrating student athletes, hear from VP Harris as she speaks for the first time since Sunday's breaking news. Plus ~ VP Harris’ next stop? Delaware to meet with the Biden-Harris campaign.  

✓ 18:00: A flow chart from the Washington Post helps us visualize how the delegates might vote in a convention if a virtual roll call does not happen. 

✓ 19:00: How social media was used as a direct line to the American People. Pres. Biden’s letter on X and Instagram.  

✓ 20:00: What’s real? What’s not? ... Today’s digital lage and important lesson for the media. 

✓ 22:00: The Prime Minister of Israel set to address Congress on Wednesday and also meet with VP Harris.  

✓ 23:00: What might the next several months of Pres. Biden’s presidency look like? 

✓ 24:00: Why live moments matter.  
 
✓ 25:00: A voice note from Virginia regarding the Democratic Party’s platform: How will VP Kamala Harris change the platfrom?.   
 
✓ 27:00: The Democratic Party Platform & the Republican Party’s Platform: Agenda47  
 
✓ 31:00: A question from Mel about a candidate’s journey onto the ballot. And what RFK Jr. said after Pres. Biden dropped out.  
 
✓ 38:00: The Secret Service Director, testified in front of Congress, addresses questions from Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD). 
 
✓ 42:00: Christian asks, “What is the process for other potential candidates to come forward?” 
 
✓ 47:00: Plus news of Congresswoman Pelosi’s endorsement breaks during our broadcast.  
 
✓ 49:00: What we’re watching for next ... plus an important reminder to look up and out.  
Israel and the Houthis (a Specially Designated Global Terrorist group by the U.S.) continue to exchange fire.  
 
 
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The Democratic party platform 
The Republican party platform 

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Summary

President-elect Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, appears before the Senate Armed Services Committee. Hegseth, a veteran, author and former Fox News host, faced tough questions on his personal and professional record.

Jenna breaks down the three key takeaways of this four-hour hearing.

Takeaways

• The Secretary of Defense is a historically significant role.
• The hearing revealed deep partisan divides in questioning.
• Hegseth's non-traditional background was acknowledged.
• Allegations against Hegseth became a focal point for Democrats.
• Republicans emphasized the military’s culture and Hegseth’s Christianity.
• Strategic questions about national security were largely overlooked.
• The confirmation process is likely to follow party lines.

00:00 The Importance of the Secretary of Defense - Did you know it was known as the Secretary of War?

02:28 Hearing Highlights: Party Lines and Allegations

05:57 - Character and Culture in Military Leadership

07:43 - Oversights in the Hearing

8:59 - Next Steps for Pete Hegseth's Nomination

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Listen to the before and after of Fmr. Pres. Trump's 90 minute acceptance speech at the Republican National Convention. We take you live to Milwaukee, Wisconsin to listen to the speech and provide some headlines and analysis along with our LIVE audience!

Quick Rundown:

The source of some new reporting on the status of Pres. Biden: 9:00

President Trump speech begins at 47:00 & ends 2:19 

A reminder about the political process in America: 3:00

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When father of two Gary Tate attended his first rally in support of former President Trump on Saturday, July 13th, he had no idea he would witness history.

Hear Gary's description of the the day ~ from before, during and after the event, including his observation about security. Many thanks to Gary for his honest reflection of this historic moment.

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As we wait for more information on the attempted assassination of former Pres. Trump, we hear from two very special guests: an eyewitness who attended Pres. Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania and a historian and journalist with incredible expertise on an important character in American history.  
 
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✓ 0:00: Thank you for being here and for inspiring us to deliver quick, concise, nonpartisan news. We are here because of you.  

✓ 3:00: The unusual and extraordinary circumstances surrounding the reporting of this weekend’s events.  

✓ 4:00: Very big news and a notable change ~ Federal case against former Pres. Trump over his handling of classified documents dismissed. 

✓ 8:00: The who, what, when, where, how, and why of the attempted assassination of former President Trump.  

✓ 10:00: First minute of Pres. Biden’s Oval Office address ... and an extraordinary omission.
 
✓ 14:00: We hear from Gary Tate, an eyewitness who attended the rally ~ FOR HIS FULL INTERVIEW CLICK HERE
 
✓ 22:00: Question: “Have journalists been able to verify whether videos of people telling officers they saw the shooter climbing up ahead of time?”  

✓ 23:00: New reporting on the alleged shooter and why we’re using the term “alleged shooter.”  

✓ 29:00: The Republican National Convention.  

✓ 30:00: Historic context on a brokered convention ~  we hear from journalist and historian, Ed Achorn, author of The Lincoln Miracle.  

✓ 34:00: What miraculous things had to happen that led to Pres. Lincoln’s nomination. 

✓ 37:00: Achorn’s perspective on why this brokered convention mattered for the future of our nation.  

✓ 38:00: The fortitude of Abraham Lincoln.  

✓ 43:00: Achorn: “The people are the real leaders of this country.”  

✓ 44:00: What we can learn today from Lincoln’s brokered convention.  
 
✓ 47:00: How the assassination of President McKinley changed the course of the Secret Service.  
 
✓ 48:00: Encouraging Curiosity over Commentary keeps you in the driver’s seat on today’s developing stories. We look forward to serving you during this historic time period. 

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Pres. Biden participated in a LIVE press conference Thursday, July 11 - his first since a debate two weeks ago that drew attention to his mental and physical fitness. Some political analysts described this as a “make or break” moment for the campaign. Was it? Jenna provides a “reporter’s notebook” at the conclusion of the news conference, focusing on three factors that impacted this story: The Timing. The Takeaways (or lackof). And the significance of the last few moments of the event.

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